Play It Forward: Building Futures Through Music

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Together, we’re creating opportunities for young musicians and schoolchildren to explore, grow, and break barriers through the power of music.

The Future Plays Here

“This season, we doubled the number of scholarships awarded-empowering 17 young musicians to participate in MSYO. This milestone reflects our commitment to accessibility and breaking barriers.”

-Caroline Nickel, President & CEO, MSOA

Music education helps students develop creativity, confidence, and emotional expression while strengthening school and community connections.

Beatriz Ilari, USC Thornton

 

Learning an instrument improves brain function and mental agility.

USC Brain and Creativity Institute

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89% of teachers & 82% of parents rate music education highly as a source for greater student creativity, a 21st century skill that’s highly likely to help young people stand out in an increasingly competitive global economy.

NAMM Foundation and Grunwald Associates LLC (2015). Striking a Chord: The Public’s Hopes and Beliefs for K–12 Music Education in the United States: 2015

 

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